2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1999 Daewoo Chairman

To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 457 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Kalos 1999 Daewoo Chairman
Make Daewoo Daewoo
Model Kalos Chairman
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.9 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1088 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm


 

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